Maintain up-to-date knowledge concerning all aspects of the Florida Medicaid program, including federal regulations, state statutes, administrative rules, and the Florida Medicaid State Plan.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of health care and relevant industry trends that may have an impact on Florida Medicaid or may inform policy development activities.
Remain informed about Medicare policies, national Medicaid-related research and demonstration projects, Medicaid medical assistance program innovations for general and special populations, and alternative financing and service delivery systems models.
Conducts research on assigned topics utilizing state library resources, archives, and collections, and other reliable sources of information (e.g., federal and state laws) to collect, record, analyze, and evaluate facts.
Stay abreast of current publication guidelines utilized within the area of academic research (e.g., Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association).

Three years of professional experience with program planning, research, and evaluation.
Three years of professional experience with systems and management analysis.
Three years of professional experience with research and demonstrated application of research skills.
Three years of professional experience implementing and managing complex projects.
Three years of professional experience serving as a lead or assistant on a major research project.
Preference will be given to applicants that have at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Health insurance (i.e., individual and family coverage) to eligible employees
Life insurance; $25,000 policy is free plus option to purchase additional life insurance
Dental, vision and supplemental insurance
State of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave as a new employee with the State of Florida
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of sick leave annually
Nine paid holidays and 1 personal holiday each year
Opportunities for career advancement
Tuition waivers (accepted by major Florida Colleges/universities)
Student loan forgiveness opportunities (eligibility required)
Training opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts
Shared Savings Program for select medical services
Lower copays for prescription drugs
Health and Wellness discounts

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